Family visas
Nicaraguan Family residence (vínculo familiar)
Residence for the spouse, children or close family of a Nicaraguan citizen or legal resident.
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Exact fees, whether the family route is granted as temporary or permanent in a given case, and dependant definitions were not confirmable on a machine-readable official page; verify with the DGME.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Nicaragua government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Residencia por vínculo familiar
- Route type
- Family-based residence
- Basis
- Marriage/partnership, or dependency, with a Nicaraguan or resident
Who it is for
- Foreign spouses/partners of Nicaraguan citizens or residents.
- Dependent children and other close family members with a qualifying link.
Requirements
- Legalised marriage/birth certificates proving the relationship.
- Valid passport, police record and health certificate.
- Application form and written request to the DGME.
- Evidence of the Nicaraguan's or resident's status.
How to apply
- Compile legalised/apostilled civil documents proving the family link.
- Submit the residence application to the DGME.
- Attend appointments and biometrics as required.
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.